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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C22H12
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
276.33
UNSPSC Code:
12352103
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
EC Number:
205-883-8
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1913029
MDL number:
Assay:
98%
Form:
solid
Quality Level
description
An n-channel organic semiconductor.
assay
98%
form
solid
bp
>500 °C (lit.)
mp
277-279 °C (lit.)
solubility
soluble (Soluble in Benzene, Acetone, dichloromethane, and Dioxane)
density
1.3 g/cm3 (Predicted)
SMILES string
c1cc2ccc3ccc4ccc5cccc6c(c1)c2c3c4c56
InChI
1S/C22H12/c1-3-13-7-9-15-11-12-16-10-8-14-4-2-6-18-17(5-1)19(13)21(15)22(16)20(14)18/h1-12H
InChI key
GYFAGKUZYNFMBN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
General description
Benzo[ghi]perylene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with an assay of 98%. This compound is characterized by its stable structure, consisting of five fused benzene rings. Benzo[ghi]perylene is widely used in research and industrial applications, particularly in organic electronics, photonic materials, and as a reference standard in environmental studies. Its strong optical properties, along with its high melting point of 277-279 °C, make it suitable for a variety of applications, including as a model compound for studying PAH behavior and interactions.
Application
An n-channel organic semiconductor.
Features and Benefits
- High Purity: Assay of 98% ensures reliable performance in sensitive applications and research.
- Molecular Weight: 276.33 g/mol, facilitating accurate formulation and dosing in various applications.
- Stable Physical Properties: Melting point of 277-279 °C and boiling point greater than 500 °C, providing thermal stability during processing and application. ⦁Optical Properties: Exhibits strong absorbance characteristics, enhancing its utility in photonic applications.
- Solid Form: Available as a solid, making it easy to handle and integrate into formulations.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for use in organic electronics, photonic devices, and as a reference standard in environmental studies, making it a valuable compound across multiple industries.
- Enhanced Research Utility: As a model compound for PAHs, Benzo[ghi]perylene is ideal for researchers studying the behavior and interactions of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in various environments.
- Improved Device Performance: The strong optical properties contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of devices, enhancing their performance in applications such as sensors and light-emitting devices.
- Environmental Monitoring: Used as a reference standard for the detection and analysis of PAHs in environmental samples, aiding in pollution assessment and remediation efforts.
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Storage Class
11 - Combustible Solids
wgk
WGK 2
flash_point_f
Not applicable
flash_point_c
Not applicable
signalword
Danger
hcodes
Hazard Classifications
Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 1 - PBT - vPvB
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Newman, C.R., et al.
Chemistry of Materials, 16, 4436-4436 (2004)
Stepan Boitsov et al.
Marine environmental research, 68(5), 236-245 (2009-08-01)
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) were measured in sediment cores from 13 locations in South-Western Barents Sea as part of a detailed study of the Norwegian seabed under the MAREANO program. The generally low PAH levels found, an average around 200
Py and BPe solvent polarity scales: effect of temperature on pyrene and benzo[ghi]perylene fluorescence spectra.
R Waris et al.
The Analyst, 113(9), 1465-1467 (1988-09-01)
